leftist
n. countablen. someone who supports political ideas that focus on social equality and helping the working class. They usually want the government to provide more services like healthcare and education.
n. a person who supports political views that advocate for social equality, egalitarianism, and collective ownership or regulation of the economy. Often associated with socialist or social democratic ideologies.
The young leftist joined the protest for better public housing.
During the debate, the leftist argued that the government should increase taxes on the wealthy to fund schools.
While the party maintains a broad coalition, the influence of the committed leftist wing is most visible in their recent proposals for universal basic income and environmental regulation.
Commonly used as both a noun and an adjective; as a noun, it refers to an individual adherent of left-wing politics.